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‘It all comes back to transparency’| Peachtree City residents press leaders on data center rumors
By Ciara Cummings at Atlanta News First (WANF CBS) - News
· June 22, 2026
· 1 min read
PEACHTREE CITY, Ga. (Atlanta News First) - Local residents say city leaders are not being transparent about development plans they believe could bring a massive data center to land near Lake McIntosh Park. Atlanta News First Investigates obtained records, including an audio recording from a city ...
Key takeaway (Atlanta News First) - Local residents say city leaders are not being transparent about development plans they believe could bring a massive data center to land near Lake McIntosh Park.
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The rumors of a potential data center near Lake McIntosh Park have significant implications for Peachtree City's parks and green spaces. If a data center were to be built, it could alter the character of the area and impact the recreational activities that residents enjoy at the park. The city's parks, including Lake McIntosh, are a major draw for residents and visitors alike, and any development that threatens their integrity could have far-reaching consequences. The fact that real estate records show a large land purchase near the park, coupled with the involvement of a developer tied to other data center projects in metro Atlanta, raises legitimate concerns about the city's planning process. As residents continue to press city leaders for transparency, they will be watching closely to see how this situation unfolds and whether their concerns are adequately addressed. The fate of Lake McIntosh Park hangs in the balance.
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Published: June 22, 2026 ·
Source: Atlanta News First (WANF CBS) - News ·
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